Greek Yogurt

When embarking on a gluten-free diet, test-driving a whole foods diet, or just trying to eat before heading out the door, breakfast can be a tricky meal to change. When sugary cereal, toast and coffee, or bagels are no longer viable options, plain greek yogurt with some berries, nuts or seeds, and virtually any fruit is a convenient, tasty and simple solution. Yogurt is a good source of protein, something that we all need to start our day and to keep up with the day to day demands of our stressful lives. It is convenient to eat in the comfort of your own kitchen, on your commute to school, and to pack to eat at work.

You may dress up your morning yogurt any way you like - with fresh or frozen berries, raw honey or black strap molasses, nut or seed butter. If you are feeling particularly adventurous, feel free to add powdered greens, probiotic powder, and ground flax seeds. I buy seasonal produce from the local farmer's market - so blood orange slices are going into my yogurt concoction, along with frozen organic blueberries, raspberries, ground flax seeds and pecans.